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dining table

American  

noun

dining tables plural
  1. a table, especially one seating several persons, where meals are served and eaten, especially the major or more formal meals.


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Etymology

Origin of dining table

First recorded in 1585–95

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We all sat around the dining table for a lengthy discussion on racial identity.

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

It reminds me of when I visit my own nonna's house in Rome; I'm immediately ushered to the dining table and presented with enough pasta, bread and favourite dishes to feed an entire family.

From BBC May 9, 2026

When he collaborated with woodworker Ladislav Czernek to design a dining table from the 100-year-old white oak on San Rafael, the project inspired Peck to do more than just sell lumber.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 2026

We had five bedrooms and baths, a 40-foot living room, a Steinway grand, a huge dining table and a trampoline out back.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 10, 2026

Mami points to the dining table, set with two grilled cheese sandwiches and two glasses of chocolate milk.

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar

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